‘How do we reach them better, and what does that mean for the required skills and competencies of our workforce?’ A/Prof Spinks asked.
Rhiannon Price, Pharmacist at King Edward Memorial Hospital.[/caption]
Caspar Townsend MPS, Pharmacist at Perth Children's Hospital compounding unit[/caption]
Iraq Doali, NSW-based locum pharmacist and content creator[/caption]
Bigger role for pharmacists in mental health treatment
Supporting pharmacists to deliver mental health care in Australia will lead to earlier intervention, improved treatment outcomes and a reduction in medication harms.
Facing the future of pharmacy
Pharmacists in Australia are now predominantly young and female, with 5–10 years’ experience and moving into leadership roles at a rate not previously seen in the profession.
Medicines nightmare in aged care
While aged care quality and safety has been put under the microscope at the royal commission, the nightmare continues for residents at risk from their prescribed medicines every single day.
Tips for reducing pharmacist burnout
Stress and burnout are common among health professionals, especially pharmacists. From taking adequate breaks and rest periods to professional education, Pharmacists’ Support Service (PSS)...
Childhood vaccinations
In recent years jurisdictional regulations have been amended enabling Australian pharmacists to administer some vaccines to children.
Minister Hunt commits to PSA being a signatory to 7CPA
Federal Minister for Health Greg Hunt has committed to PSA being a signatory of the Seventh Community Pharmacy Agreement (7CPA), due for commencement in...
